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Mark Carney, wearing a blue suit, speaks in the House of Commons, surrounded by members of Parliament seated on the House benches.

How governments are squeezing debate in Parliament

A woman holding a microphone gestures with her hand as other citizens look on.

Provinces should fund citizens’ assemblies to rebuild local democracy

Christine Fréchette is standing while shaping a heart with her hands in a press conference.

The CAQ kept its promises. So why did it lose popular support?

Cameramen and a reporter with a mic line the steps.

Harassment is becoming a threat to Canadian democracy — starting locally

A United Conservative Party of Alberta sign at a podium is shown in front of the Alberta flag.

Grievances in Alberta: how deep, how broad?

Typewriter with the words “Letter to the Editor” typed on a sheet of paper.

Academics should engage the public without replacing journalism

The premiers and PM are seated at one long table.

How Canada’s internal trade reform echoes 1864 — and what it will take to finish the job

A patch depicting a Canadian flag is sewn on the sleeve.

Civil-military tensions still shape Canada’s armed forces

A close-up of two paper versions of the Globe and Mail.

Information leaks can be critical to preserving democracy

Backbenchers are the first victims of the party line

A foreign influence transparency registry could cause more harm than good

The impact of China targeting its diaspora

Here’s how to abolish the monarchy in Canada (and say goodbye to King Charles)

Should Canada change the channel on Fox News?

Illustration of four people surrounded by clouds, mechanical gears and a large yellow lightbulb. One man is sitting at a laptop; another is standing, holding a laptop; a third man is talking with a woman.

The radical improvement of data will transform public sector reform

Extreme partisanship is infecting committees, and we should be worried

Why your MP’s little newsletter needs to be archived online permanently

No luck in the draw: A legislator’s conundrum

A proper hybrid Parliament would help expand gender-sensitive representation

Minority representation in the House won’t improve without better data

More inclusive parliaments start with better workplace conditions

CBC president Catherine Tait is out of her lane

On a pane of glass is a small, affixed sign that says “vote” in bold black letters on a yellow background. Reflected in the glass are four people standing, waiting.

Do Ontarians want political parties in municipal elections?

Six security and intelligence areas the Rouleau report needs to address

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